“Both are fantastical art forms that suspend disbelief and together they create something very memorable,” It’s a lot of fun and I love the creative element of this – it’s so important to blend different art forms because it’s the best way to ensure that we can meet people where they are on their musical and creative journeys!” “Animation is a remarkable art form in its ability to make magic come to life, and opera shares that as well,” Diaz said. She also worked to help identify the musical selections, edit them, collaborated with the animator teams/professors, will MC the event, and will conduct the interview section. Initiatives and Community Engagement at the Pittsburgh Opera House, had the initial idea for this concept of this collaboration. Proof of vaccination is required for entry. The event is free but requires a reservation to attend, which can be done online. Its debut appearance at the PNC Theater on October 14 at 7:30 PM will feature live performances by artists from the Pittsburgh Opera’s Resident Artists Program.

There is no Phantom in this opera, only lively animation and soulful songs.Īnimated Arias, a musical mashup of classic opera music and six animated shorts, is a creative collaboration of the Pittsburgh Opera House and the Cinema Arts Department of Point Park’s Conservatory of Performing Arts.

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